ISBN: 9781527632813 - History and Development of Sight-saving Classes in the United States (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, written in the late 1930s, chronicles the genesis and evolution of specialized education for partially sighted children. The author examines the path to establishing sight-saving classes in Europe and the United States, focusing on the initiatives of visionaries like Franz Von Gshsis, Edward Es Allen, and others. These classes emerged as a response to the recognition that partially sighted children faced challenges distinct from both blind and fully sighted peers in regular education. The book stresses the vital role of proper lighting, furniture, and equipment to support the specific learning needs of these children. It also addresses in-class materials, such as specially designed textbooks and typewriters to minimize strain on young eyes. The author emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, physicians, and parents to ensure a holistic approach to their education. Through this study, the book underscores the need for early diagnosis, specialized support, appropriate curriculum adaptations, and high-quality teacher training. This insightful book highlights the historical evolution and pedagogical principles of sight-saving education, offering valuable insights for current practitioners and illuminating the journey towards inclusive learning for partially sighted children. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…